Political Storm Erupts Over Sabarimala Gold Controversy

Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala has accused Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of shielding those involved in the Sabarimala gold loss case, claiming government complicity. The incident has deeply affected global devotees of Lord Ayyappa. Arrests have been made, yet Chennithala insists on political backing behind the accused.

In a fresh political salvo, senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala has leveled serious accusations against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, alleging his involvement in shielding the accused in the Sabarimala gold loss case.

The controversial case has reportedly rattled the sentiments of Lord Ayyappa's devotees across the globe, with Chennithala criticizing the state government's alleged complicity as central to the issue.

Highlighting recent arrests, including former presidents of the Travancore Devaswom Board, Chennithala claims the arrested had political backing, asserting that the ongoing investigation does not extend to ministers owing to gubernatorial protection.